QUALITY ASSURANCE

Ararat Abattoirs Pty Ltd is seeking a dedicated and motivated QA Assistant to join our team at our modern meat processing facility in regional Victoria. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in the red meat industry, with full training provided and strong ongoing support. This is a full time position working dayshift 6.00am - 4.00pm Monday to Thursday with the opportunity of overtime. About the Role The QA Assistant plays a key role in maintaining product quality, food safety and hygiene standards across the facility. Working in areas such as the kill floor, offal rooms and cutting rooms, you will carry out meat hygiene assessments, complete quality checks, and support supervisors in addressing any non-conformances. This is a hands‑on role in a fast‑paced processing environment. Tasks may be repetitive, physically demanding and involve exposure to a range of temperatures, cleaning chemicals and manual handling duties. Key Responsibilities Conduct meat hygiene assessments across processing areas Complete carton meat checks and associated QA documentation Identify, record and report defects or non‑conforming product Maintain cleanliness, safe work practices and correct PPE usage Assist supervisors and operators with quality‑related issues Participate in training and maintain required licences/certifications Report hazards, incidents and near misses as required About You Reliable, punctual and safety‑conscious Comfortable working in physically demanding conditions Able to follow procedures and complete documentation accurately A good communicator who can work well within a team Willing to learn and open to training Previous experience in meat processing or quality roles What We Offer Stable full‑time employment in a respected regional facility Training and development opportunities Supportive team environment Competitive remuneration A chance to build a long‑term career in the meat processing industry Join a hardworking, friendly team and help ensure the highest standards of quality and safety in one of rural Victoria’s key industries. #J-18808-Ljbffr